Fried Wontons

Tip: Read directions completely before preparing.

Ingredients:

1/2 pound ground pork (not lean)
1/2 pound ground chicken

1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped

1 tablespoon cilantro (coriander), finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon ginger paste

1/4 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon fish sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 (16 oz) package wonton skins

vegetable oil for frying

Directions:

In a large bowl, combine the pork, chicken, green onion, cilantro, soy sauce, fish sauce, ginger paste, garlic paste, and sesame oil. Mix well.

Put a teaspoon of filling in the middle of a wonton wrapper, and water on all edges. Fold over to form a triangle, press to secure edges, encasing the filling. This is probably not the prettiest shape for a wonton, but it’s definitely easiest to cook.

Place on clean, dry cookie sheet, cutting board or dry plate in one layer and cover loosely with a towel to prevent drying. Repeat with remaining.

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 360 degrees or wok, deep fry wontons in batches until golden brown, which should take just less than a minute. Drain on paper towels. Enjoy!

Tip:  Serve warm or at room temperature with Plum Sauce, Hot Mustard, Soy Sauce or Chili Sauce or just by themselves!